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2008 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · YE58 ACF

YE58 ACF

2008 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07 Nov 2008. Recorded mileage 152,672 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2008 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 24 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 May 2026)
Recorded Mileage
152,672 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 24 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 May 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents an exceptionally stable maintenance profile with a consistent record of roadworthiness. The most recent MOT on 21 July 2025 at 152,672 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a pattern of five consecutive passes without a single recorded failure or advisory, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age. Between 20 December 2021 at 138,220 miles and 21 July 2025 at 152,672 miles, the car covered 14,452 miles over approximately three and a half years. This average usage avoids the risks associated with long periods of standing, such as perished seals or seized brake calipers, while remaining low enough to suggest the drivetrain has not been excessively stressed. The absence of MOT advisories over a four year period is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. While the record is clean, a buyer should still manually verify the condition of common Audi A3 wear points. Focus on the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often degrade without triggering an immediate MOT failure. Check for any signs of corrosion on the sills and chassis, as surface rust does not always result in a recorded defect until it becomes structural. Verify the service history for oil changes and timing belt replacements. The MOT record confirms the car is legally roadworthy, but it does not track internal engine health or the lifespan of consumables like brake discs and pads. Given the clean record, the vehicle appears well-kept, but a physical inspection of the underbody will confirm if the lack of advisories reflects genuine condition or a lenient testing regime.
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YE58 ACF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
  • 152,672 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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YE58 ACF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 11:23
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Audi A3 (YE58 ACF) between December 2021 and July 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

YE58 ACF Mileage History

  1. 20/12/2021138,220 mi
  2. 13/12/2022142,620 mi+4,400 mi
  3. 11/12/2023144,634 mi+2,014 mi
  4. 26/07/2024147,850 mi+3,216 mi
  5. 21/07/2025152,672 mi+4,822 mi

Average of roughly 4,033 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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